Snow Cloud is the kind of tree that draws you in with its subtle charms and doesn't let go easily! This tree sports the traditional fan-like leaves each of which begins lemon yellow but soon shows white patterns like fresh snow clinging to the foliage. The pale patterns are lovely to behold and many leaves never turn fully green at all and keep their interesting contrast! As well all Ginkgoes the tree turns bright gold right before its leaves drop - a stunning finale to a full year of gorgeous foliage! This tree can reach heights of 10 feet and is a very easy to care for plant. Plant it in an area that gets a little bit of both shade and sun and moist, well drained soil and 'Snow Cloud' will reward you with endless foliage interest. Makes a great statement tree in a landscape. You will drift away in the beauty and grace of this Ginkgo as it provides your garden with month after month of incredible color.

A Tradition of Distinction

Since its founding in 1920, Wayside Gardens has brought the rarest and highest-quality plants to the garden market. Wayside was founded in 1920 by two acclaimed growers who came together to pursue their shared vision of marketing all high-end plants for the serious garden enthusiast. Originally located in Mentor, Ohio, Wayside Gardens swiftly grew a reputation for the highest-quality plants and the most sophisticated clientele. In 1975, Wayside was purchased by the Park Seed Company, and moved to Hodges, SC. The company has flourished since then, growing to become an undisputed leader in rare and unique plant growing.

Unparalleled Selection

Wayside's horticulturists travel the world in search of new and unusual plant cultivars and proudly offer the garden industry’s most sophisticated selection of high quality and rare perennial plants, bulbs, trees, shrubs, roses, vines, and indoor plants. Beginning with ties to the Dutch family bulb business in Holland, our horticulturists have developed close relationships with perennial and bulb growers throughout the United States and Europe, providing access to many rare and unique garden treasures. Throughout our history we have had the pleasure of introducing numerous exotic foreign and domestic plant cultivars to the American garden market. The Wayside collection of new and exclusive plant products is so preeminent that the catalog has long been lauded in the industry and is even used as a reference work in horticultural schools.

Impeccable Quality and Value – We Guarantee It!

At Wayside Gardens, “pedigreed plants” and “root strength” have always been watchwords. The Wayside Gardens impeccable plant quality begins with selecting only the finest new product offerings with improved plant features and numerous advantages for our gardening customers. These improved plant selections are then grown to our exacting quality standards by garden industry professionals. This produces superior plants with well developed root systems and healthy, vigorous plant growth habits. That is why we proudly guarantee all Wayside Gardens' products to perform as advertised, being of superior quality, true to type, and shipped properly.

Larger Containers & Well Established Root Systems

We use larger containers and grow bigger plants than other nurseries, leading to greater root strength. Where appropriate, Wayside Gardens propagates our plants vegetatively rather than from seed, to ensure the plants possess the correct form and are true to variety, like a true double form, as opposed to the single or semi-double forms that may result from seed propagation. Because we employ only the finest and most technologically advanced plant growing methods, you can be confident in receiving healthy plants ready to burst forth in glorious growth in your garden.

Trained horticulturists are on-call to offer you any help or advice you need on how to care for your plants.

All Wayside plants are carefully packaged to ensure a safe arrival.

Your plants will be shipped to you at the proper time for planting.

Honored to be your first choice in horticulture.

If your item has received our recommended care and still doesn't perform to your satisfaction, we will replace it free of charge or credit you the item’s cost.

Wayside Gardens is committed to helping you make your gardening an exquisite experience.

Take the time to research which tree you want and its needs. Try to get
as much information as you can about your tree before you plant. This section offers a few brief tips about general care that
should get you started in the right direction.

How to Plant Your Tree

When planting a new tree, know the strengths and weaknesses of your treevariety. For example, if your tree has delicate leaves placing the trees fully exposed to drying sun and wind will certainly lead to scorched leaves
and a puny trees. Think of your tree's habit and mature size when
planting. You would not want a tree that will be 15' wide in a few
years planted too closely to any permanent structure or other trees.
Choose a place with plenty of room in a partially shaded place,
preferably a spot where your tree can get a nice dose of morning sun
and be protected through the harshest part of those hot summer
afternoons.

Gardeners will often plant their trees in holes that
are too deep and too narrow. Roots need access to oxygen and room to
grow. Dig a hole about three times the width of the root ball, and the
crown (the place where the roots meet the trunk) should be level with
the soil surface. If you have clay soil, make sure to break up the
sides and bottom of the hole to prevent water from being trapped and
rotting your brand new tree. If your tree was in a container, carefully
pull apart the roots to ensure that your tree does not become girdled
and strangle itself. Recover the soil to the crown, but do not pack it
down tightly—loose dirt allows roots to become established.

How to Feed and Water Your Tree

Trees, once established are very low-maintenance for most of the year. Most trees love moisture—during the warmer months, make sure you give your tree a deep watering
about twice a week during hot, dry summers to help it establish strong roots.Some
varieties with more delicate leaves may have a tendency to
dry up and scorch in the summer or freeze in a late frost and scorch.
If you suspect a late frost is headed your way, just go ahead and cover
the more delicate plants in your garden. Deep watering may be your only
hope against drying in the summer.

An all-purpose
slow-release fertilizer or rich compost will supply the basic nutrients to feed most trees. Just work the
fertilizer into the soil around the tree at the beginning of every
season to get the best results.

How to Prune Your Tree

If
your tree has been properly planted, has established itself, and has
developed a strong root system, the only thing left to do is periodic
pruning and shaping. Pruning maples is really simple. Remove dead or
damaged limbs, and any new growth that appears on the main trunk
(allowing your tree to focus its energy on filling out its distinctly
beautiful branches). You may also want to shorten long limbs that
distract from the overall shape of the tree.

Choosing Tree Varieties to Suit Your Garden

Want to make a dramatic change in the overall look of your garden? Planting a trees is the quickest way to change the look and feel of your garden. Trees add
structure and height, and they have striking presence and
style. A few strategically placed trees in your landscape design can
change the entire look and feel of your yard. Planting a tree provides incredible results for the modest amount money and time
invested, it's good for the environment, and it's fun.

Some of the quickest growers are also the most
interesting. Many varieties of dense firs, colorful maples, and wispy
willows grow quickly enough to noticeably change the look of your
garden in just one season. Fast-growing trees are as functional as they
are beautiful—quickly providing privacy screens, shade trees, and
dramatic color and fragrance that could take years to achieve with
slower varieties.

Landscape Design with Evergreen Trees and Shrubs

Most
Pines, Cypresses, and Thujas grow incredibly fast, and make a great
quick fix for most of your tree-related garden needs. A tall pine, like
a Loblolly or Rock Pine, can reach impressive shade-tree heights in a
third of the time that it would take many deciduous trees to reach the
same height. And the long, dark-green, wispy needles give an
ephemeral—almost mystical—feel, turning your garden into the setting
of a great fairytale. Thujas, also known as Arborvitae, are the
fastest-growing evergreens around. Their dense green foliage is perfect
for blocking outside sights, sounds, and wind—turning your garden into
a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle.

Fast Growing Deciduous Trees

Many of the most popular trees for gardeners are also some of the fastest
growers. Red Maples and Weeping Willows are sold bare-root, about two
or three years old, and not more than a few feet tall. But often, after
being planted in your yard, they will grow 3 to 5 feet in one year.
These trees are popular because of their interesting foliage and habit,
and because they offer such quick return on investment, they have
become indispensable in landscape design.

Grow Your Own Fruit

Growing your own fruit is cheaper, more fun, and usually a lot safer than buying fruit from the grocery store. Also, fruit trees are usually very impressive in the garden--they usually have pretty, fragrant blooms, and they attract humming birds and butterflies.

Fruit trees are always
popular, but often it takes several years before a tree produces a
substantial amount of fruit. There are a few fast-growing fruit
tree varieties that produce a useful amount of fruit within a
couple seasons. Dwarf citrus trees are small, and mature very fast, but
you can only grow these in containers unless you live in a very warm
place. Trees from the genus Prunus, like cherries, apricots, plums, and
peaches, all grow fairly quickly, and they are so diverse that any
gardener will be able to find exactly what they need.

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Snow Cloud is the kind of tree that draws you in with its subtle charms and doesn't let go easily! This tree sports the traditional fan-like leaves each of which begins lemon yellow but soon shows white patterns like fresh snow clinging to the foliage. The pale patterns are lovely to behold and many leaves never turn fully green at all and keep their interesting contrast! As well all Ginkgoes the tree turns bright gold right before its leaves drop - a stunning finale to a full year of gorgeous foliage! This tree can reach heights of 10 feet and is a very easy to care for plant. Plant it in an area that gets a little bit of both shade and sun and moist, well drained soil and 'Snow Cloud' will reward you with endless foliage interest. Makes a great statement tree in a landscape. You will drift away in the beauty and grace of this Ginkgo as it provides your garden with month after month of incredible color.

Excellent service and flowers. Whatever we purchase from Wayside is in good shape when received. We always go to Wayside for our plants.

March 11, 2018

The quality of their products is unmatched.

February 1, 2018

I have used Wayside gardens for years. I look to them for finds that I can’t find locally and seldom disappointed.

December 5, 2017

I bought 14 english roses of three different varieties. Just gorgeous!!!! Wayside sent extremely healthy bareroot plants. The shrubs put on countless full blooms in the first season. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a beautiful rose garden

November 6, 2017

I have ordered many times from Wayside Gardens and have always been pleased with the condition of the plants, the selection and the service from the company.

November 29, 2017

Thanks to Wayside for their prompt service and wonderful selection of unique and wanted plants.

November 27, 2017

Beautiful, healthy plants that I could not find locally and they were all packaged carefully.

November 6, 2017

I have ordered many times from Wayside Gardens and have always been pleased with the condition of the plants, the selection and the service from the company.

October 29, 2017

I've always had good luck ordering from Wayside Gardens. The quality of the plants/shrubs is very good and they all seem to thrive.

October 9, 2017

I have ordered from Wayside Gardens for at least 25 years. Unlike too many other sites, the quality has not diminished, plants are usually healthy. If there is a problem it is politely and effectively addressed. I've recommended Wayside Gardens to many others who have had similar experiences.

July 18, 2017

Always good quality. Nice blend of standards, new and unusual plants.

July 14, 2017

I love Wayside Gardens! Their plants come packaged very nicely. They are big plants and always grow well!

June 28, 2017

Always beautiful selections and delivered in great shape!

June 23, 2017

Great selection of plants and good prices for the more rare varieties!

May 21, 2017

This is a high class, well-run company with wonderful, high quality merchandise. The way the plants arrive shows care and concern with the way they are packaged before they are shipped. The products I have received from them are top quality. Can't say enough good things about this company.

May 14, 2017

Exceptionally well packaged. The plants came through very healthy and beautiful. Extremely pleased with this order.

May 8, 2017

The plants I received were amazing. If everything from Wayside Gardens comes in this nice each and every time, I will be ordering all my plants, shrubs and trees from them.

May 2, 2017

Wayside Gardens always has a great selection of plants, and lots of great new introductions each year. Their website/catalog provides great information about their plants. I have been shopping with Wayside for the 30+ years I have owned my house. I am really looking forward to adding these plants to my garden.

April 26, 2017

It's nice to have such a wonderful selection. Many of the items carried here are not available at any of our local nurseries. It's fun to have people visit and see plants in my garden that they haven't seen anywhere else.

April 18, 2017

Been purchasing from Wayside since the 1990's.

April 8, 2017

Have purchased from Wayside before and have always been pleased with the product and service. The plants are so healthy and they are packaged so securely. I appreciate the care the employees take with the plants and in the delivery process. Quality customer service!

April 2, 2017

I wasn't sure as to what to expect, especially coming from a site. Well I'm glad I found Wayside Gardens. They had a beautiful selection of flowers and quickly found what I was looking for. I sure cannot wait to put my flowers in the ground and watch them grow.

March 25, 2017

I love Wayside Gardens! Have ordered from them for quite a few years now. The plants are always packaged well and come out of the box strong and healthy. They have good prices and really great sales. Their site is easy to follow straight through to checking out. I will conitnue to reorder from them in the future. Thank you!

January 12, 2017

I was a little concerned about a shipment from South Carolina to Florida and what kind of condition the plants would be in, but the azaleas arrived in perfect condition and are thriving! The blooms are bigger than the plant at this point!

January 10, 2017

I have shopped with Wayside Gardens for over 20 years. They have always provided great quality plants!

January 3, 2017

I have always found them to be very reliable and trustworthy.

December 31, 2016

Over the years, I have purchased from Wayside Gardens and have been completely satisfied with the quality, service and deliveries. They offer unique items not available at local garden centers.

December 21, 2016

I am a loyal Wayside customer. I have shopped with the company for years and have always been satisfied with my purchases. If there is a problem it is always addressed and solved to my satisfaction.

December 8, 2016

I am very happy with the quality and size of my plant material especially the root systems which were more than adequate and not pot bound at all. I am switching my large leaf Hydrangea for some smaller varieties and am looking forward to replanting in the spring.